Job SummaryThe Immigration Litigation Staff Attorney is a full‑time exempt position within MLFA's Legal Division, Immigration Litigation Department. Staff Attorneys manage a complex caseload of removal defense, immigration litigation, and administrative agency matters, including proceedings before USCIS, the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and federal courts nationwide.This role requires a licensed attorney with demonstrated expertise in removal defense and federal court litigation, including habeas petitions and emergency relief for detained clients. The position demands strong legal judgment, attention to detail, the ability to manage high‑stakes cases independently, and a commitment to advancing justice for Muslim communities impacted by national security–related immigration enforcement.ResponsibilitiesParticipate in case selection and development, including legal screenings, client consultations, factual and legal research, and evaluation of removal defense and federal litigation strategiesDevelop and implement legal strategy for removal defense matters, with a significant focus on federal court habeas petitions, TROs, and emergency filings for detained clientsManage a diverse, nationwide caseload of removal and deportation defense mattersConduct advanced legal research on statutes, regulations, policies, and case law, including BIA precedent and relevant district and circuit court decisionsLitigate defensive asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT claims before EOIR, the BIA, and federal courtsDraft high‑quality legal pleadings, including complaints, briefs, motions, appeals, habeas petitions, and petitions for reviewPrepare clients and witnesses for hearings; compile supporting evidence; and coordinate expert testimony for individual merits hearingsEnsure proper administrative exhaustion of claims and strict compliance with procedural and filing requirementsIndependently track and meet all internal and external deadlinesCollaborate with internal teams and community partners on public education initiatives, including articles, presentations, trainings, and informational media related to immigration lawAssist the legal team on a variety of tasks, projects, processes, and initiatives as neededCollaborate with attorneys and the MLFA team to determine case strategyStay up to date on changes to the law and legal practices to ensure clients receive the most accurate and current legal adviceAttend regular staff meetings and trainings as requiredTravel as required to meet case, court, or organizational needsEnsure work duties are being performed in accordance with applicable state and federal regulationsRepresent MLFA's values on a daily basisRequirementsJD degree from an accredited universityAdmission and good standing with a state bar, with admission to at least one federal jurisdictionMinimum of three years of removal defense experienceMinimum of one year of federal court litigation experience, including habeas or similar proceedingsAdvanced legal research and writing skillsPast nonprofit experience preferredExperience working with marginalized or impacted communities, grassroots organizations, and non‑governmental organizationsProficiency with Microsoft Office and AdobeWorking EnvironmentIndoor office setting with occasional outdoor exposureFrequent use of computer, keyboard, and mouseModerate noise levelsOccasional travel (less than 20% of the time)Pay: From $70,000.00 per yearBenefitsDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork Location: In person#J-18808-Ljbffr